1987 SPECIAL REPORT: "BLACK EDUCATION"

To better understand the status of blacks in education between the years 1950-1975, one must have an understanding of the historical events shaping that status. An understanding of social political status of Black Americans is needed.
Ever since the days of slavery, constraining black education was used as a method to quell black agency and fears of slave rebellions. This denial only intensified Black people’s desire for education. After emancipation, black education was relegated to poorly funded segregated schools.

During this period, two leaders emerged with conflicting philosophies regarding Black education, W.E.B. DuBois and Booker T. Washington

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